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Market Futures Slip as Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on Sentiment

  U.S. stock futures edged lower early Thursday as investors attempted to extend Wednesday’s rebound but remained cautious amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell about 0.4%, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures slipped roughly 0.2% each. The pullback followed a strong regular session in which all three major indexes posted gains, with the Dow snapping a three‑day losing streak.  The overnight weakness reflects persistent market sensitivity to geopolitical developments. Escalating tensions involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran continue to drive volatility across asset classes, with traders closely watching oil prices and inflation implications. Recent sessions have seen markets swing sharply as headlines shift, underscoring the fragile balance between economic fundamentals and geopolitical risk.  Despite the cautious tone, Wednesday’s rally showed that investors are still willing to buy into dips—particularl...

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Your daily horoscope: July 27, 2024

 


HOROSCOPES IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY

Aim to be even more assertive than usual this year. There is a place in the world for people who are meek and mild and put others first, but it’s not your place, at least not for now, so be true to yourself and make great things happen.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20):

You have a lot more going for you now than you appear to believe, so stop wondering if you should attempt to do something out of the ordinary and just go for it. Aim for the top of the tree and don’t be surprised to reach the stars.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21):

Something you say without thinking is likely to offend someone this weekend but that’s their problem not yours. Yes, maybe you should be a bit less confrontational, but life is too short to check each and every word that comes out of your mouth.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21):

With so much energy at your disposal you can and you must do something special, and if you really want to have a good time you should do it with people whose positive attitude reflects your own. The rest of the world can be safely ignored.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23):

If you have any unfinished business to take care of then you must get on top of it now, because soon you will have even more responsibilities to deal with. Catch up this weekend if you don’t want to be playing catch up for the whole of next month.

LEO (July 24 - Aug. 23):

The risk-taker in your nature will come to the surface over the next 48 hours and although there may be a minor setback or two on balance you will come out ahead of the game. Let others play it safe while you have fun being impetuous.

VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23):

If someone tries to intimidate you this weekend all you have to do is stay calm and refuse to give in to their bullying. The fact is they don’t have any real power over you and most of their threats are nothing more than empty words.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23):

It will pay you to listen to advice this weekend, especially when it comes from people whose guidance you have benefited from in the past. If they suggest that it’s time to update your methods and routines, deep down you will know they are right.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22):

If you want to impress employers, senior colleagues and people in positions of power then you must put yourself into positions where they can see what you are capable of. They won’t come looking for you, so you must go looking for them.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21):

If you get the urge to travel then go for it and ignore those who say you have chores to take care of at home and at work. They may be right but this is one of those occasions when your own happiness ranks higher than everything else.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20):

You may be suspicious of what others are saying this weekend but don’t waste time trying to find out if each and every word is true. Listen carefully to what your instincts communicate and act in the knowledge that they at least would never lie to you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19):

There is no point fantasizing about being some place else with people who share your interests and passions. You are where you are and the universe expects you to get to grips with what has been placed in front of you. Do so with a smile.

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20):

You are pretty good at human psychology and if you apply just a little bit of pressure in the right place the results could be spectacular. The trick, of course, is to get others to believe that what is good for you is good for them as well.


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